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Metal Office Bookcase

A tall, adjustable shelving unit constructed from sheet metal for storing books and office files in professional settings. Classified under HTS 9403.10.0040 as 'other' metal furniture designed for office environments. It meets chapter requirements for floor-standing office storage.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9403.30Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If predominantly wood construction

Shifts to wood office furniture subheading based on principal material.

9401.71.00Higher: 45% vs 37.5%

If designed for home rather than office

Metal furniture for domestic use falls under Chapter 94 heading 9401, by end-use distinction.

7326.90.86Higher: 40.4% vs 37.5%

If imported as unfinished shelves

Unassembled metal articles not qualifying as furniture may go to Chapter 73 as other steel articles.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Label as 'office use' on documentation; residential shelving may classify differently

β€’ Inspect for stability certifications to meet import safety standards